Application by Amentum Australia Proprietary Limited
Citation: [2026] FWCA 1433
At a glance
- Awards cited
- MA000836, MA000975
What happened
Amentum Australia Proprietary Limited applied to the Fair Work Commission for approval of its Enterprise Agreement 2025. The agreement covers employees under the Professional Employees 2020 and Clerks – Private Sector Award 2020. Concerns were raised about delegate rights compared to modern awards, and a typographical error was found in clause 36.2. the Applicant provided written undertakings to address these issues.
What was decided
The Fair Work Commission approved the Amentum Australia Proprietary Limited Enterprise Agreement 2025, effective from July 22, 2027, with a nominal expiry date of June 2, 2030. The agreement was varied to correct the typographical error in clause 36.2, and these amendments are effective from July 22, 2026. the Commission found the Applicant’s undertakings would not cause financial detriment or substantial changes.
What it means for employers
Employers should carefully review enterprise agreements to ensure delegate rights align with modern awards. Thorough proofreading is essential to avoid typographical errors that require variation. Providing written undertakings can address concerns and facilitate approval of an agreement.
What it means for employees
Employees covered by the Amentum Australia Proprietary Limited Enterprise Agreement 2025 will benefit from the approved terms, including those related to delegate rights. The corrected clause 36.2 reflects a necessary amendment to the original agreement.
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